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Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie (Book Analysis) - Detailed Summary Analysis and Reading Guide - cover

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Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie (Book Analysis) - Detailed Summary Analysis and Reading Guide

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Unlock the more straightforward side of Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress with this concise and insightful summary and analysis!This engaging summary presents an analysis of Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress by Dai Sijie, a moving account of how two young Chinese men discover love and Western literature after the Communist regime sends them to a remote mountain village to be reeducated. As well as offering piercing social commentary on the realities of state oppression, this is a coming-of-age novel with a timeless, heartfelt message about love, friendship and the power of literature. Dai Sijie is an award-winning writer and filmmaker of Chinese birth, who has lived and worked in France since 1984.Find out everything you need to know about Balzac and the Little Chinese Seamstress in a fraction of the time!This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:• A complete plot summary• Character studies• Key themes and symbols• Questions for further reflectionWhy choose BrightSummaries.com?Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you in your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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